Strategic Finance Director - Growth & Governance Leader

KGM UK; Swindon; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive importer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Finance Director. This individual will lead financial policies and procedures, manage the finance team, and ensure regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a professional accounting qualification and have senior financial experience within the motor trade industry. The role offers market rate salary along with competitive benefits, and it's based on-site in Swindon, England.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with senior experience in finance management.
• Previous experience in motor trade financial management preferred.
• Able to lead and motivate finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance and accounting strategy to support business growth.
• Provide financial analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage external relationships with auditors and funders.
• Develop the finance team and oversee all accounting operations.
• Identify financial risks and strengthen financial position.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Relevant University degree

Job description

A leading automotive importer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Finance Director. This individual will lead financial policies and procedures, manage the finance team, and ensure regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a professional accounting qualification and have senior financial experience within the motor trade industry. The role offers market rate salary along with competitive benefits, and it's based on-site in Swindon, England.